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Last updated: July 23, 2026, 5:31 PM ET

College Football Coaching Carousel and Recruiting

LSU coach Lane Kiffin has addressed his departure from Ole Miss, stating he regrets the messy exit and is now focused on integrating transfer quarterback Sam Leavitt into the Tigers' offensive system. Kiffin also mentioned that Ole Miss coach Pete Golding believes his relationship with Kiffin is strong relationship is good. Meanwhile, new Arkansas coach Ryan Silverfield is working to change what he described as a "loser mentality" within the program changing expectations. In recruiting news, ESPN's No. 2 running back and No. 14 overall prospect in 2027, David Gabriel Georges, has committed to Tennessee over Ohio State pledge to Tennessee. A simulation of the 2026 college football season suggests USC could be in contention for a national title, while Georgia might be out.

WNBA Season Update and Player News

The WNBA season has reached its midpoint, with Minnesota and Golden State leading the league in performance, while Las Vegas, Indiana, and Washington have shown marked improvement leading the league. Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever has accumulated her seventh technical foul, bringing her one away from an automatic one-game suspension after an on-court exchange with Connecticut's Saniya Rivers. The WNBA and its players' association recently held a meeting to discuss various issues, including racist and abusive messages directed at players on social media. Napheesa Collier is slated to make her return, prompting questions about how she will integrate with Olivia Miles and how the Lynx's frontcourt players will adjust her impact. Sophie Cunningham of the Fever has emerged as a notable player, becoming both a star and a polarizing figure.

International Sports and Events

Anthony Joshua is preparing for his comeback fight on Saturday, embracing the spotlight and encouraging the Albanian contingent supporting his opponent to bring their energy. Richard Carapaz secured victory in stage 18 of the Tour de France with a commanding breakaway, while Pogacar's team experienced sickness. The Commonwealth Games are set to commence in Glasgow, with athletes from 74 countries and territories competing for 215 gold medals over 10 days compete for medals. Team Wales is aiming for success at the Games hoping for success, and five Northern Ireland boxers are one win away from securing a medal. Double Olympic champion Matt Richards hopes to complete his major medal collection, while Olympic silver medallist Katarina Johnson-Thompson and England's Natalie Metcalf have withdrawn due to injury. Teenage sisters Astrid and Ursula Carroll will compete against each other in swimming at the Games, representing different countries. Bowler Alex Marshall and judoka Sarah Adlington will carry the Scottish flag at the opening ceremony carry the flag.

Other Sports Headlines

Former Jets kicker Jay Feely and former team doctor Amish Shah have won their respective primaries in Arizona and will face off for a congressional seat in November. Buster Olney and Jeff Passan are hearing various insights ahead of the MLB trade deadline, with discussions ranging from deep roster positions to significant team decisions shape the deadline. Preseason predictions for the NHL season are being graded, with some, like Steve Yzerman's perceived success, proving accurate, while others, such as the Rangers returning to the playoffs, did not pan out. The future of LIV Golf remains uncertain, with Martin Kaymer expressing doubt about the circuit's viability and the likelihood of its 2026 team championship taking place. Charlie Woods missed match play in the U.S. Junior Amateur after a camera click disrupted his shot during a playoff hole. In boxing, Britain's Hamzah Sheeraz is finding an unexpected source of inspiration in former Chelsea winger Eden Hazard on his path to a world championship inspired by Hazard. The multi-million-pound concussion legal battle in rugby continues, with hundreds of players' cases hanging in the balance after a recent High Court hearing. Jessica Andrade, a former UFC champion, is working as a delivery driver to earn income while recovering from injury. Fernando Alonso is optimistic about a major upgrade Aston Martin is introducing at the Hungarian Grand Prix, which could influence his future. Cricket Australia's chief executive has suggested England and Australia should consider playing a Test match in India to boost interest in the format. Derry City manager Tiernan Lynch views their upcoming Uefa Conference League match against HNK Rijeka as a significant opportunity and experience for his team.